Increasingly, the bar counter can be seen not only in its rightful place - in a drinking establishment - but also in the apartment of the most ordinary citizens. There is nothing strange in the new fashion trend of interior design. Designers simply appreciated the functionality of the design, as well as all the possibilities that it has in terms of organizing space. For example, there is no better way to draw the line between the living room and the kitchen area if you have a studio apartment.
But before embarking on radical restructuring, first sketch out a sketch. It will help determine what height of the bar counter will be optimal, where exactly it will be located, whether it will be angular, rectangular or rounded. In general, your idea will take on a completely recognizable, clear and tangible form. And do not panic if the initial plan turns out to be not very successful, at the project stage all the necessary amendments can and should be made so that in the future you do not suffer from flaws creeping out here and there.
Let's now digress a little from the design frills and talk about what the height of the bar counters should be. There are some standards for this. What in general has humanity accumulated in this area? What experience?
Indeed, the construction of such structures takes into account a variety of factors: cultural, psychological, physiological, sociological. An entire scientific system, anthropometry, is built on this knowledge. So, if we approach the solution of the problem “the height of the bar counters, how to calculate it” with savvy theoretical calculations, it turns out that standard centimeters (from 120 to 130) follow from specific ergonomic indicators. Simply put, a formula was empirically derived that determines exactly those dimensions that allow most bar visitors to feel comfortable. That is, the designers took care that it was comfortable not only for sitting, but also for standing customers. Plus, the bartender should also not be excluded from the process, he should work behind this equipment.
So, we know the height of bar counters in public places. It should only be noted that the usual 120-130 centimeters can "float". For example, in Asian countries, this figure may be lower. Guess why? That's right, the growth of local residents is usually small.
But what should we do next, blindly copy the standards or still take into account the conditions and features of an ordinary living room? If necessarymake adjustments? The height of the bar counter in the apartment ranges from 110 to 120 centimeters. But there are no such professional strictness here.
Firstly, indoor ceilings can be quite low. Imagine that you also “pull” the rack further. The effect of "collapsing" space will work. Secondly, if you have small children, they will definitely try to climb onto bar stools, it is quite logical to fall off them and earn a portion of bruises. Better not to let that happen. Well, the third reason to choose a mini-model is living in an apartment for older people. They will find it difficult to sit on high chairs.
The height of bar counters for home use is selected individually, taking into account the personal circumstances of each client. And, perhaps, the most rational way is two-level structures. The low part replaces the dining table, the high part serves as a classic counter. The two-in-one approach won't leave anyone offended.
